The following is a slightly altered version of the 23rd psalm. It came to me the last time I read it as I considered the words in contrast to Mathew 7:21-22

Not every one that saith to me Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.

The question suggested is: am I the sheep of the Good Shepherd? Am I following Him? How is he trying to lead me?


If the Lord is my Shepherd

If the Lord is my shepherd I shall not want.
He will make me lie down in green pastures if I follow Him: He will lead me beside the still waters.
If I am his sheep, He will restore my soul: He will lead me in the paths of righteousness for his names sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil if I am with Thee; Thy rod and Thy staff, they will comfort me.
Thou canst prepare a table before me in the presence of mine enemies; Thou wilt anoint my head with oil; and my cup will run over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life if I follow the Lord: and I will dwell in the house of the lord forever, if the Lord is my shepherd.